{"id":85289,"date":"2022-11-17T20:49:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-18T00:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/?p=85289"},"modified":"2022-12-02T10:36:09","modified_gmt":"2022-12-02T14:36:09","slug":"mark-divine-unbeatable-mind","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/mark-divine-unbeatable-mind\/","title":{"rendered":"Mark Divine’s Unbeatable Mind: Book Overview"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Looking for an overview of Mark Divine’s Unbeatable Mind<\/em>? What are the book’s main points and advice?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Unbeatable Mind<\/em>, Mark Divine offers a guide to training your mind<\/a> to be stronger so that you have control over your whole self. Divine is a retired Navy SEAL Commander with the goal of creating millions of powerful leaders over the next two decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read on for a brief overview of Mark Divine’s Unbeatable Mind<\/em> book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Unbeatable Mind<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In Unbeatable Mind<\/em><\/a>, Mark Divine offers a guide for developing a warrior mindset that allows you to reach your full potential<\/a> as a person and then apply that to improving your life and the lives of others. Divine writes that developing the mental toughness<\/a> of an unbeatable mind means mastering five levels of personal development by cultivating character traits that maximize your personal and interpersonal abilities, focusing your mind on your true purpose as a human and then working toward that purpose, and training your body and mind through breathing exercises<\/a> and meditative practices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Divine is a retired Navy SEAL Commander and best-selling author of other books devoted to holistic training such as Staring Down the Wolf<\/em><\/a> <\/em>and The Way of the SEAL<\/em><\/a>. His techniques are based in such systems as CrossFit training, Ashtanga yoga, Saito Ninjitsu, and Seido Karate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mark Divine’s Five Plateaus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to Mark Divine, you can cultivate an unbeatable mind by learning to navigate five levels of personal development, which he refers to as plateaus<\/em>. He links each level to one of five different intelligences characterized by a specific type of human functioning: Physical intelligence<\/a> relates to surviving, emotional intelligence relates to protecting, mental intelligence relates to achieving, intuitive intelligence relates to equalizing, and holistic intelligence relates to integrating.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: There are other theories of multiple intelligences, most of which derive from the eight intelligences described by John Gardner<\/a>. Gardner\u2019s theory includes things like bodily-kinesthetic intelligence<\/a>, which could be linked to Divine\u2019s description of physical intelligence, and interpersonal intelligence<\/a>, which could relate to Divine\u2019s emotional intelligence, but Gardner describes several others that don\u2019t fit into Divine\u2019s framework, such as musical intelligence<\/a> and linguistic intelligence<\/a>. Gardner also rejected the addition of things like spiritual intelligence, which may contrast with Divine\u2019s theory of intuitive and holistic intelligence.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These levels build upon each other, but they\u2019re not hierarchical in the sense that it’s \u201cbetter\u201d or \u201cworse\u201d to be operating at one level than another. Further, reaching level 4 doesn\u2019t mean that you\u2019ll never again operate at or use the skills developed at level 1. As you ascend through the levels, you\u2019ll continue to use the previous ones to guide you and inform your development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Level 1: Surviving<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The first level in Unbeatable Mind<\/em> that Mark Divine discusses is about survival. When you\u2019re at this level, you\u2019re devoting the majority of your time and energy to getting your basic survival needs met.<\/strong> You\u2019re making choices based largely on instinct. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: Acting on instinct can be dangerous but also has its benefits. In Relentless<\/em><\/a>, Tim Grover suggests that acting instinctively pushes out distractions like self-doubt<\/a> that may otherwise interfere with your decision-making<\/a>, and he suggests that you can train your instincts to help you make the best decisions without having to stop and think about them.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this stage, you focus on yourself and possibly a small circle of loved ones, and you ignore people outside of that circle. You can develop behaviors that are damaging in the long term, including abuse of others or of yourself in the case of substance abuse or self-harm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Divine offers the following tips for getting through level 1:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take on an abundance mindset:<\/strong> Understand that there\u2019s enough to go around and that you don\u2019t need to be focused on getting \u201cenough\u201d for you and yours. (Shortform note: Studies show that most crime is motivated by poverty<\/a>, or the inability to meet your survival needs. An abundance mindset requires actual abundance in a person\u2019s life, which is not entirely in their control.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hold yourself responsible and accountable: <\/strong>When you take responsibility<\/a> for both yourself and your team (and hold yourself accountable<\/a> when you fail to meet your responsibilities), you\u2019ll expand your sense of self to include others and gain the trust of those around you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: In The Oz Principle<\/em><\/a>, Roger Connors, Tom Smith, and Craig Hickman also emphasize the importance of being responsible and accountable in gaining the trust of others, and they go on to suggest that accountability is one of the biggest keys to success<\/a>.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay determined:<\/strong> Understand that every day is a battle. Stay in the present moment and keep driving forward through hardship. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: Staying in the present moment<\/a> can keep you focused on your current situation, but it can also prevent certain types of anxiety that may hold back your progress, such as catastrophizing<\/a> about the future or ruminating<\/a> on the past.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Level 2: Protecting<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

According to Mark Divine’s Unbeatable Mind<\/em>, once you\u2019ve met your survival needs and successfully processed the emotions involved, you’ll be able to tackle level 2. This level is where you\u2019re acting (in your mind) as the guardian for your group or a specific structure or way of life.<\/strong> At this stage, Divine says, your choices are based on deeply rooted biases or unexamined emotions. It’s easy to get stuck here if you aren\u2019t exposed to\u2014or if you refuse to consider\u2014perspectives or beliefs different from your own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: Certain types of ideology such as tribalism<\/a> and nationalism<\/a> derive from level 2. These kinds of ideas elevate certain groups of people over others and can cause social issues such as bigotry and large-scale conflicts\u2014including warfare\u2014that can be devastating on a micro and macro level.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Level 3: Achieving<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019re secure in your survival and belief system<\/a>, you\u2019ll move on to level 3. At this level, Divine says, you\u2019re striving to improve your life through accomplishment.<\/strong> You\u2019re making choices based on logic and hard evidence, and you may dismiss ideas that are not possible or easy to \u201cprove.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: The idea of relying only on scientific or provable evidence can be comforting, but scientists have pointed out that science is not as objective as we would like to believe<\/a>, and that the beliefs of the people who are establishing this scientific evidence can influence the results. If you base your beliefs on \u201cprovable\u201d scientific evidence, your beliefs will still be subjective, which may be frightening to someone at level 3.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The dangers of this level are that when you focus only on achievement, you risk becoming a workaholic and experiencing stress from over-work, as well as prioritizing your gain over the greater good of humanity or the planet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: Success through achievement is extremely tempting, but as Divine points out, it can come at the expense of others\u2019 well-being. Billionaires are an example of almost unimaginable success, but researchers have suggested that the means they often use to achieve that success can have such consequences as causing catastrophic climate change<\/a> or severe mistreatment of workers<\/a> for the sake of higher productivity.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Level 4: Equalizing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve met your survival needs, expanded your perspective beyond yourself, and begun to seek equity over material gain, you\u2019ll reach level 4. At this level, Divine explains, you’re devoted to the ideals of equity and creating a world built for everyone.<\/strong> You\u2019ll work to advocate for policies or actions that elevate those at the bottom and bring those at the top down to an equal level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: In Unbeatable Mind<\/em>, Mark Divine uses the word \u201cequality\u201d instead of \u201cequity,\u201d but the principles he addresses, such as making changes that bring people to the same level, actually match up more closely with the definition of \u201cequity.\u201d<\/a> Experts point out that \u201cequality\u201d means treating everyone the same way, but this only works if everyone is already on a level playing field. The solution to inequality<\/em> is actually equity<\/em>\u2014giving everyone what they need<\/em>\u2014and only after that can we implement equality<\/em>\u2014treating everyone exactly the same.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The drawbacks of this stage are that focusing only on strict equality can lead you to feel envy toward others who have more, to overcompensate in areas of social justice, or to exclude people with different perspectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Level 5: Integrating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This level is the amalgamation of the strengths, values, and skills of all four previous levels. At this stage, your mind is in control of your self rather than the other way around. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Unbeatable Mind<\/em>, Mark Divine explains that at this stage, you\u2019ve taken on a holistic view of the self, humanity, the earth, and the cosmos. Though you may still experience negative thoughts and emotions<\/a>, you\u2019re aware of them and work toward eliminating them. You\u2019re courageous, compassionate, generous, forgiving, and loving. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: Putting your mind in control of the self means having agency over your own thoughts and actions. Because of the way the brain matures, this is difficult or impossible for children under a certain age<\/a>, and like many of the traits Divine espouses, becomes easier when we enter adulthood.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Integrating the first four plateaus can have some negative consequences when one of them begins to dominate. Focusing too much on self-growth can cause other things to fall by the wayside. For example, if you commit too intensely to the belief that everyone is equal, it can lead you to view everyone as \u201cperfect,\u201d and you risk being taken advantage of by others. Also, if you focus too much on spiritual attainment, you may begin to feel detached from reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Shortform note: It\u2019s important to maintain balance in your integration of the four levels. You should try to avoid becoming overly fixated on personal development<\/a> to the point that it interferes with other aspects of your life or leads to obsession, self-doubt<\/a>, and conflict in your relationships.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the goal is for you to operate mainly from the fifth level, Divine explains that you won\u2019t eliminate the other four, but instead will become aware of how to integrate them into your life or behavior as needed. Sometimes you\u2019ll be operating at different levels in different areas of your life, like if you feel you\u2019re achieving what you want in your marriage but feel like you\u2019re in survival mode at work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What You Need to Grow<\/strong>

Mark Divine\u2019s five levels in Unbeatable Mind<\/em> align in some ways with Maslow\u2019s hierarchy of needs<\/a>. Maslow\u2019s hierarchy is a psychological model depicting the five different types of needs humans have, listed in the order in which they need to be met.  

Maslow\u2019s first level of needs is physiological, or survival needs, which aligns with Divine\u2019s suggestion that you must meet your body\u2019s basic needs to pursue personal growth<\/a>.

Maslow\u2019s second level is the need for safety, which comes from society and the people around you, and his third level is the need to be loved and to belong. These two together correspond to Divine\u2019s second level, which is about forming close bonds with others and working to keep them safe. 

Maslow\u2019s fourth level, the need for self-esteem<\/a> and the respect of others, corresponds to Divine\u2019s third level, as both are related to working toward achievement in your life.

Maslow\u2019s fifth level, the need for self-actualization, could apply to Divine\u2019s fourth and fifth levels together, as all three are about striving to be the best person possible in every facet of your life.

Unlike Divine\u2019s levels, Maslow\u2019s levels are mostly eliminated as you move up the hierarchy. Once a deficient need is met, it goes away and you can focus fully on your next need. <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Exercise: Move to the Next Level<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Right now in your life, you are primarily operating at one of the five levels of development Mark Divine identified in Unbeatable Mind<\/em> (surviving, protecting, achieving, equalizing, or integrating). In this exercise, you\u2019ll assess where you are now and see what it would take to push you into the next level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • First, ask yourself which level you\u2019re at right now. What are you focused on in life? Who is included in that focus? What are you striving for the most? Which level do your focus and aim correspond to?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
    • Next, think about what disciplines and values you may be lacking. Which ones could you incorporate further into your life, and what goal are they oriented toward?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
      • Now, think of what steps you could take to move to that next level. Pick one discipline or value and ask how you can implement it in your daily life. What\u2019s one change you can make that will push you toward the next level? <\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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